Blt Salad With Croutons Recipes

BLT SALAD

Steps:

• Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat, turning frequently, until evenly browned. Drain, crumble and set aside.
• In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Season the dressing with salt.
• Combine lettuce, tomatoes, bacon and croutons in a large salad bowl. Toss with dressing, and serve immediately.

BLT SALAD WITH GARLIC CROUTONS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350*F.
• Arrange the bacon slices in a single layer on a broiler pan, as close together as possible without overlapping.
• In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and pecans; sprinkle evenly over the bacon.
• Bake untl the bacon is crisp and nicely browned, about 30 minutes (do not turn).
• Using a wide spatula, transfer bacon to paper towels and drain, keeping the pecan-side up; set aside.
• Meanwhile, tear the lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces; toss with the tomatoes and basil in a large serving bowl.
• Crumble the bacon and add, along with any loose pecans, to the salad mixture; add croutons and black pepper and toss again.
• Serve with your favorite dressing.